Judge Extends Order Blocking Trump from Deploying National Guard to Portland
A federal judge on Sunday extended her order preventing President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, prolonging a high-stakes legal fight over the president’s authority to use military force in U.S. cities. Following a three-day trial last week, U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut issued a preliminary injunction barring the deployment of National […]
‘Good Morning America’ Celebrates 50 Years on Air
Nearly half a century after its debut reshaped American morning television, ABC’s “Good Morning America” marked its 50th anniversary on Monday, November 3, 2025, with a nod to its historic beginnings and enduring connection to viewers across generations. On the same date in 1975, co-anchors David Hartman and Nancy Dussault greeted audiences with the now-iconic […]
Kwankwaso Urges U.S. to Offer Tech Aid, Not Threats
Former Kano State governor and 2023 NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called on the United States to assist Nigeria with advanced security technology rather than issue threats that could deepen divisions in the country. Reacting to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks designating Nigeria as a “country of particular concern,” Kwankwaso said the […]
FG Launches GPS Dialogue to Bridge Policy and Business for Inclusive Growth
The Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has launched the maiden edition of the Government–Private Sector (GPS) Dialogue Series, a new platform aimed at deepening collaboration between policymakers and business leaders to promote inclusive economic growth. Held at Radisson Blu, Ikeja, the inaugural edition themed “Finance and SME Growth Roundtable” brought together industry leaders, heads […]
INEC Chair Pledges Credible, Peaceful Anambra Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its preparedness to conduct a credible and peaceful governorship election in Anambra State on Saturday, November 8, 2025. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), gave the assurance on Sunday during an inspection visit to the commission’s office in Awka, where he declared, “I won’t fail Nigerians.” Amupitan […]
Diri Defends Defection to APC, Says Move Will Unite Bayelsa
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has explained his decision to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the move was made “in the best interest of the state.” Speaking on Sunday at the 14th Bayelsa Thanksgiving Day held at the Ecumenical Centre, Igbogene, Yenagoa, Diri said leadership […]
NRC Halts Warri–Itakpe Train Operations Indefinitely After Derailment
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has suspended train services indefinitely along the Warri–Itakpe corridor following a derailment incident on Saturday evening in Agbor, Delta State. The corporation said the suspension would allow for a comprehensive safety and security audit of the affected track and infrastructure. In a statement issued by the Managing Director, Dr. Kayode […]
Trump Orders Pentagon to Prepare for Possible Military Action in Nigeria Over Christian Killings
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he had ordered the U.S. Department of War to prepare for potential military operations in Nigeria, citing what he described as the “mass killing of Christians” in the West African nation. Trump also announced that the United States would immediately halt all aid and assistance to Nigeria if the […]
Ten Injured in Mass Stabbing Aboard London-Bound Train; Two Suspects Arrested
Ten people were stabbed aboard a passenger train traveling to London on Saturday evening, in what Prime Minister Rishi Sunak described as an “appalling and senseless act of violence.” The British Transport Police (BTP) said two men were arrested after armed officers boarded the train at Huntingdon Station, about 70 miles north of London, following […]
Two More Suspects Charged in $102 Million Louvre Heist as Investigation Widens
French prosecutors have formally charged two additional suspects in connection with last month’s $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum, authorities confirmed on Friday. According to the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office, the suspects — a 37-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman — were charged with organized robbery and conspiracy to commit organized robbery. Both […]
